1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,798 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (179 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 100 kg more than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass (305 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Cadillac |
| Model | Cutlass | CTS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5798 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 179 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
